Combo unit

[gf2020]

I've had no issues with my Garmin GPSMAP 238 over 2 seasons.

If I were shopping today, I would go with one of the smaller color units, like this Garmin 178C for $510:

https://byownerelectronics.com/store...56c2137605a681

The Garmin BlueChart map chip will run you about an additional $120.

[likwid]

Keep em seperate.
Not worth the pain and hassle and the NIGHTMARE that accompanies things failing.

And esp. stay away from the Raytheon systems, they're total crap and die the moment they get *moist*.

[striperman36]

Anybody have suggestion as to where to buy a 178C external Ant with a external transducer? Best Price?
Mounting it on a 2090 Center Console?
Why wouldn't the 172C be a better deal?

[keeperreaper]

Don't get a combo unit. If it goes down you're out 2 electronic tools instead of one. IMHO- the extra money paid for 2 seperate units is worth the peace of mind.

[striperman36]

So that said what would be a good HD Color Sounder with a WAAS interface into it.

[gf2020]

Originally Posted by striperman36

Anybody have suggestion as to where to buy a 178C external Ant with a external transducer? Best Price?
Mounting it on a 2090 Center Console?
Why wouldn't the 172C be a better deal?

Looks like that link I posted above has expired. Try here:

http://byownerelectronics.com/store/home.php

The 172 C is cheaper, it does not include the fishfinder.